Health Science
Helping Hands, Bright Futures
If your child is always looking out for others or dreams of working in healthcare, this pathway could be a perfect fit. They’ll start building valuable skills now that can lead to meaningful, in-demand careers — even ones that don’t require a college degree. Along the way, they can prepare for industry-recognized certifications1 that can help open doors to the healthcare field. It’s an excellent way for them to explore their passion for helping people and begin making a difference — sooner than you might expect.
Which pathway is offered?
Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services — This pathway helps your child build skills to diagnose, treat, and support people with acute, episodic, or chronic health conditions. It can prepare them for careers in patient care, therapy, counseling, and other healthcare roles.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?2
Career opportunities in this field include:
- Certified nurse assistant (CNA)
- Medical assistant
- Patient care technician
- Pharmacy technician
- Cardiovascular technologist
- Phlebotomist
- Lab assistant
- ER department technician
- Home health aide
- Physical therapy aide
1Many Microsoft® Office certificates can be earned after completing one course. Other certificates require more classes to ensure students are better prepared, and students who participate in the program for at least two years will receive further preparation for certification testing.
2Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications after a student graduates from high school.